Posted on 03/27/2007 8:00:35 AM PDT by Producers and Looters
National Journal ranks me as the most conservative member of Congress running for the Presidency based on my lifetime voting record. So, I don't need to hire an army of consultants to turn me into a conservative. My record hasn't changed since I was swept into office by the Reagan Revolution 26 years ago. In fact, someone recently pointed out to me that I have more experience in Congress than the top three Democratic candidates combined.
I'm also a Vietnam veteran who served in the 173rd Airborne and 75th Army Rangers. I've been to Iraq five times, have a son who served two tours of duty in Iraq as a Marine, and Chaired of the House Armed Services Committee. So, I know what it will take to lead the country to victory in the war on terror.
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Fred Thompson has to officially jump into the GOP Presidential race first!
They don't come any more solid than Duncan Hunter. Nice post and people obviously need to learn that Hunter is more than talking points. He has the record to back it up and would make our finest Commander in Chief. http://www.gohunter08.com
Sorry, but if you think Hunter has "no chance" in a general election, what exactly makes you think a bald Thompson is going to play well? Give it up! Thompson IS NOT an A-list actor, is obscure, not attractive, has no military experience and served one term in the Senate. Hunter's military experience and the fact his son actually served in the current war in which we have to convince the people will draw MORE votes than you give it credit for. And, contrary to this Thompson lovefest, Fred Thompson is nowhere near having the star power in a general election to be called 'electable'.
LOL, maybe Thompson should have been stuck in CA. Thompson had the advantage of being from TN, a good voting state for conservatives/GOP. Hunter will take TN and then some in a general election. Thompson, even if he can claim to be an actor on the side, would have NO chance whatsoever of carrying Hollyweirdland CA! And Hunter's record far exceeds Thompson's in experience and effectiveness in Congress.
ya, I think you're right.
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